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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI·Public·~16% acceptance

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a public university in Ann Arbor, MI. It is highly selective, admitting about 16% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $13,138 per year. About 93% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $83,648 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$13,138/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $34,654
Aid cuts ~$21,516/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 1
EA
Nov 1
RD
Feb 1

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Admissions
GPA range3.49–4
SAT (middle 50%)1360–1530
ACT (middle 50%)31–34
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
93%
graduation rate
97%
freshman retention
$73,762
median earnings, 6yr
$83,648
median earnings, 10yr
How University of Michigan-Ann Arbor reads an application

What University of Michigan-Ann Arbor values

Very important
Course rigor
Important
Test scoresApplication essaysRecommendationsCharacter / personal qualitiesFirst-generation status
Also considered
Talent / abilityGeographic residenceState residencyVolunteer workWork experienceDemonstrated interest

From University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Common Data Set. Put your effort where it counts most.

What University of Michigan-Ann Arbor requires

Required
Course rigorRecommendationsApplication essaysTOEFL / English proficiency
Considered
Grades (GPA)Class rankCollege-prep programTest scoresWork experience

From federal IPEDS data — what University of Michigan-Ann Arbor requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is University of Michigan-Ann Arbor's acceptance rate?
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor admits about 16% of applicants.
How much does University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cost?
At University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, the average net price after aid is about $13,138 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $34,654 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1360–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT.
What are University of Michigan-Ann Arbor's application deadlines?
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 1, Early Action around Nov 1, Regular Decision around Feb 1. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
What does University of Michigan-Ann Arbor value most in applicants?
In its most recent Common Data Set, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor rates Course rigor as "very important" in admissions decisions, and also weighs Test scores, Application essays, Recommendations, Character / personal qualities, and First-generation status. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker to see how your profile lines up.

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